Grayson, G. W. (George Washington), 1843-1920
Dates
- Existence: 1843-05-12 - 1920-12-02
Biography
Businessman, merchant, rancher, publisher of the Indian Journal, writer, and leader of the Creek Nation during the period when Indian Territory was dissolved to prepare of Oklahoma statehood.
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Galen Gritts collection of Cherokee Nation-related correspondence, 1919-1922
Over 80 documents relating to the Cherokee Nation, including letters and telegrams between agents of the Eastern Immigrant & Western Cherokee Association, a lobbyist in DC and other parties. Also included are a newspaper clippings and US Congressional House Bills.
Geo. W. Grayson, Undated
Studio portrait of a man identified as George Washington Grayson, c.1843-1920, principal chief of the Creek Nation, 1917-1920.
George W. Grayson Papers, 1918
George W. Grayson was Principal Chief of the Creek Nation in 1918, and these are a few papers from that administration such as deeds sent from the court for him to certify as Chief; plans for a memorial to Pleasant Porter, a former chief; and routine correspondence with the Hon. Cato Sells, Commissioner of Indian Affairs. One item is a letter of protest against Creek Indians serving in the military forces outside of the United States in World War I.